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I recently had a flat on my Kubota B2400. Luckily it was on the front so it wasn't a problem to get the wheel off but I got to looking and if it had been a rear tire that had gone flat, I couldn't see a convenient jacking point or any way to raise the rear because of the guards etc. Perhaps Bird or one of you other small Kubota users could answer my question, "What is the easiest way to raise the back end so you can get a wheel off in order to fix a flat?"

Fixing Flats
Parts and Repair
Replies 16 Post by Frank R Taylor

Wheel weights would seem to be the logical answer but I never have understood why they are so expensive. Handling loaded tires with a flat is a real pain. I've had to do it on the farm tractors and basically you have to drain the tire before you can do anything with it and since the flat is on your tractor, you've lost the use of the FEL. Neither CaCl2 or antifreeze are pleasant to handle or leave lying on the ground for the reasons TomG mentioned. My local dealer will plug an ag tire for $4 if you bring it in so I've never considered trying to do it myself. I've not decided what I'm going to do. I suppose I'll just have to bite the bullet and spend the money on weights but it sure goes against my Scottish nature.

Compact tractor sizing
Operating and Attachments
Replies 15 Post by Frank R Taylor

Mickey:

I own a Sitrex 6' side dischage finish mower. I purchased it at the start of last year's mowing season. Over the summer I have mowed many acres of some really tough grass/weeds. I actually have abused it, mowing stuff that I probably shouldn't have. I kept the blades sharpened and the mower greased and it done a fine job without any failures.

It does NOT have antiscalp rollers, which I would probably want if I had to buy again. But for the money I think its a good deal. Less than half the cost of the more popular brands, but so far has been getting the job done- and well!!

-Ken

finishing mower
Mowers Field and Finish
Replies 3 Post by Ken Butner

Tom. The 1720 replaced the 1710 in [I think] 1987 and production continued up to about a year ago. The tractor remained the same other then the name change throughout its production. I think the tractor you were thinking of when you replied to the original question was the 1715, a stripped down version of the 1720. Regards, Dave in Vt.

NH 1725 opportunity
New Holland Tractors
Replies 8 Post by dave piper

Besides the 2hp difference, is the loader/hydro joystick worth it. There doesn't seem to be a huge differences except weight. What ya'll think?<br>The price diff is in the $800-1000 range here.<br>thanks<br>gary

tc33d or tc35d Are the differences worth it
New Holland Tractors
Replies 17 Post by gary mason

Tom, I assume you're talking about a B2710, which is what I have. And as with most small tractors, you'll run out of traction before you run out of power, so adding weight will improve traction. How much weight you need depends on your particular application. Instead of a weight box, I just use my box blade for ballast when needed, and I do have the rear tires filled with water and anti-freeze.

Does a 4x4 need a weight box
Kubota Tractors
Replies 7 Post by Bird Senter

Most compact tractors now days have enough hydraulic capacity to run a hoe. Plus a pto pump isn't cheap. I have a Kelley B600 on a 20hp YM1702. It has plenty of capacity. The B650 requires 3.5-4.5 gpm. I'm giving a 20% discount on Kelley products.Feel free to contact me at sheaftractor@coiinc.com or 815-284-3226.

backhoe attachment
Loaders Back Hoes
Replies 7 Post by lsheaffer

Thanks Bob for your info.
My tractor is having a full service plus a new starter and starter housing,
clutch, pressure plate, seat, hoses (backhoe and frontend loader)also new
pins for the loader and backhoe before I pick it up. I'm hopeful that it will
be a tractor that's dependable. I have 12 acres to play on and I'm anxious to get going.
Thanks again,
Paul

Information on Massey Ferguson MF1030
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Paul Cormier

I'm with Bird on this one. If it's the relief valve screaming, and it's screaming all the time, then a restrictor may have been installed in the open centre flow. Prolonged operation when the relief valve is open can damage the pump. However, I can't imagine any circumstances where this would seem like a good idea. Perhaps something else is going on. Even if the relief valve was not opening, all hydraulics behind the restriction also would operate more slowly. However, if the relief valve only opens when the chute is operated, then the restrictor is likely in the cylinder lines, and what is described may be normal. In that case, damage is less likely since the chute ordinarily wouldn't be operated frequently or for long periods. I don't know about the erratic chute movements described. I have a short 2" cylinder on my chute. The cylinder is overkill in terms of power, but the chute moves about the same speed as my loader. The movements also are fairly precise and exact. Small adjustments can be made easily, and the movement stops immediately when the valve is released. I have to have this feature, because my wife gets cranks if I blow snow on her car or her shoveled paths.

Best Snowblower
Snowblowers / Snow Plows
Replies 19 Post by TomG

That doesn't sound like good news. What happened is what I thought such a sub-frame mount is supposed to prevent. A story I heard recently was that a Ford/NH 1720 broke in half ahead of the seat while using a 3ph hoe. The tractor was used as a rental machine and had less than 200 hours on it. An inspection showed that the casting seemed to be overly thin in the area of failure. Apparently the same sort of failure can happen on 3ph as well as sub-frame hoes. I probably should re-think my sense of 3ph and sub-frame geometry.

The story about the bracket for Kubotas is that Kubota does not provide warranty coverage for a tractor where a 3ph hoe is used except if these brackets are installed. They apparently are available as dealer parts. It was something recently posted on another board. That does sound interesting if it's accurate. At least it seems there is the possibility of fabricating something that would reduce the potential for damage to a tractor.

950 Tractor Broke in Two
John Deere Tractors
Replies 5 Post by TomG

A very short while ago I posted several comments in response to JD's with the metal contamination problem in their transmissions. One member promptly took me to task by suggesting that I was deliberately trashing JD in favor of another mfg. I wasn't then, nor am I now. I have followed this thread and from the responses I can tell you that it seems Deere & Co. is experiencing the kinds of problems that occur from across the board manufacturing cost reduction. Not the kind of cost reduction the buyer makes out on, but the kind that results in profit for the maker from thousands of units. Every manufacturer indulges in this, some more than others, frequently within financial quarters of low profit. What to do? Keep after the manufacturer, don't take NO for an answer. If there is no arbitration system for the product then maybe class action is the solution. One thing is for sure, no manufacturer wants to hear the kinds of negative comments that have accompanied this thread. If your machine is still under warranty, demand a buy-back or replacement if they can't fix it to your satisfaction. I bought a new garden tractor for my father-in-law from another manufacturer, had problems too numerous to list, got nowhere with the dealer, got nowhere with the manufacturer, got a lawyer, got a new tractor. Total cost for lawyer, $800.00. Total cost for tractor, $4300.00. Was it worth it? Yes. Good luck.

JD 4600 Design Manufacting Defect Index
John Deere Tractors
Replies 22 Post by Ted Kennedy

Pumps obtain some lubrication from fuel sulfur content. Most, or all, also are lubricated by crankcase oil. The increasingly low levels of sulfur allowable in on-road fuel reduce pump lubrication. Older pumps may suffer, and I don't know whether pumps for newer tractor are re-engineered to compensate for the reduced lubrication from the fuel. EPA requirements for road fuel are not applied to off-road fuel, and off road fuel may have higher sulfur content (there's no guarantee of higher sulfur content, but it is cheaper). Most suppliers do supply winter blends of #2 that are less subject to gelling. However, use of an anti-gel is still a good idea, because the cloud point for some winter blends 15F. The anti-gel, or conditioning, additives carried in many automotive stores tend not to also contain a pump lubricant. However, the additives carried in tractor stores usually do. Several brands are available, and I forget which one I use. This winter I am running straight #1 off-road, which has typical cloud point of -25F. It gets colder than that here, so I still use an additive. The flash point for #1 also is lower than for #2 so it starts easier as well. You might try a tractor store for a 'one additive does everything' product. Ironically, the pump lubricant found in fuel conditioners often is sulfur�at least judging from the colour of my additive.

Sulfer Levels in Diesel Fuel
Parts and Repair
Replies 8 Post by TomG

Jim,
What model bucket ? 420 or 430 also 72"bucket? What size mower and what brand? last but not least why are you selling ?

JD 4300 4wd hst w equip for sale
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Richard Mendel

Jeff
Looks like you have had a workout with the snow. We did have snow on the ground until about 2 weeks ago. December & early January were very cold. This week it got up to 69. How do you like the turf tires? Looks like they work well in the snow. Have you used them in soft ground.
I leave the backhoe off unless I need it, since it is so easy to install.

New email address crosenb@interactcomm.net

Rear weight bracket
Operating and Attachments
Replies 5 Post by Chris in IN

That sounds like a good deal, Scott. Are you the same Scott Murray I see on the TV news?

TC35D Price
New Holland Tractors
Replies 8 Post by Bird Senter

After contacting NH in early January with the TC(45) "option discrimination" complaint addressed above, they contacted me promptly and informed me the issue was on its way up the corporate ladder. To date, (Feb. 11, 2001) not a word has come down from NH as they had promised.

New Boomer Options Availability Needed
New Holland Tractors
Replies 8 Post by Bob Josaitis

GOK or God Only Knows. Probably because of visual effects. If the bucket is painted a different color it probably makes the tractor look larger. Or maybe they just ran out of green paint.

Jd 790 Paint Colour
John Deere Tractors
Replies 3 Post by Larry in MI.

50 inch mower deck,and two bag vacuum system to fit 430 and 332 john deere. 500.00 firm all in good working order located in niles michigan.

john deere mower deck and bagger system
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by thomas daus

NUC it's been awhile Hope you faired well with the earthquake out there? The news said it was near the west border of india and Pakistan. Did not know what part of the country you were from. good luck

Pakistan tractor consignment reaches Iraq
Massey Ferguson Tractors
Replies 6 Post by David Waite

I have both manuals if you would like I could scan them and E-mail to you. E-mail me and let me know if you are interested.

Need Kubota BX220 info
Kubota Tractors
Replies 9 Post by niteman